A German officer is facing trial on terrorism charges. At a volatile time for Western democracy, his story mirrors the story of Germany itself.
Tag: Immigration and Emigration
Stateless, She Became the Face of a Largely Invisible Plight
Maha Mamo had no citizenship. Born in Lebanon of Syrian parents, she was ineligible for either nationality. It took her years of perseverance and some lucky breaks to find a homeland — in Brazil.
Biden Expected to Expand US-India Relationship, While Stressing Human Rights
Most experts agree that China will be the driving force behind how India’s relationship with Washington changes in a Biden administration.
International students in Australia prepare to spend the holidays away from family
It’s been a rough year surviving the pandemic away from home.
Death of Detained Ukrainian Causes Uproar in Portugal
The man’s death after what prosecutors called “inhumane treatment” has raised questions about the country’s detention policies and prompted calls for the interior minister to step down.
Israel-Morocco Deal Follows History of Cooperation on Arms and Spying
For almost 60 years, the two countries, which agreed to normalize ties, have worked together closely but secretly on military and intelligence matters, assassinations, and migration of Jews to Israel.
Armed Mexicans Were Smuggled In to Guard Border Wall, Whistle-Blowers Say
In a complaint unsealed on Friday, whistle-blowers working on President Trump’s wall said that contractors were illegally bringing in Mexican guards to protect construction sites.
2 Hurricanes Devastated Central America. Will the Ruin Spur a Migration Wave?
The storms displaced hundreds of thousands of people, creating a new class of refugees with more reason than ever to migrate north and setting up an early test for the incoming Biden administration.
U.S. Tightens Visa Rules for Chinese Communist Party Members
New guidelines mean that China’s 92 million party members will be limited to one-month, single-entry U.S. permits — if the State Department can figure out who they are.
Coronavirus Strands Millions of Migrants
Millions of people have been displaced by the pandemic. Jessika and her 6-year-old, Sebastián, are among the many who have yet to find a home.